8th Annual Puppy Love 5k

We are so excited to announce our 8TH Annual Puppy Love 5k Race and Walk . FEB 013,2026 Thank you so much for joining us! Your support means the world to us and the animals we rescue. You are running/walking for THEM! The race will be held at Commons Park, located at 11600 Poinciana Blvd, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411 TIMELINE: Race Day check-in will begin at 7:00 AM- Early check in and packet pick up will be announced as we are closer to race day Our National Anthem, will be at approximately 7:45AM Race start is 8:00 Costume contest awards Chance Raffle drawings Vendors Sponsor booths & More If you haven't already, please register your pet. We want to be sure to have their packets ready too. If your pet is participating in the costume contest, be sure to sign up for them either at early check-in or when you arrive on race day. You get your costume contest voting sheet at the registration booth to choose your favorite dressed up pet! If you haven't told your family, friends, and neighbors about the race, please do! Share on social media using the hashtag #puppylove5k Group formation is made available and provides discounts for groups of over four. Along with the Pet Costume Contest, come early and visit with adorable and adoptable pets. Take a chance on the AMAZING raffle prizes that sponsors donated. Visit our sponsor's booths. Have some fun with photo opps ad be sure to see our Race photographer Leonard Bryant for amazing photos. Race warm up. Enjoy music by DJ RIZZ and our Emcee will keep you motivated! VIRTUAL RACE: For those wishing to do a virtual race at your own pace. FUN RUN/WALK (WITH OR WITHOUT PETS): no pressure and those wishing to dress up their pet and take them on a stroll - come as you are! We will have a pet costume contest and fun photo ops, along with raffle prizes for the winners! Of course, Barky Pines' finest adoptables will be available for adoption! With each race we learn and strive to put on a better event each time. Cours